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Definition of pancreas

pancreas

/ˈpæŋ.kri.əs/
pan · cre · as
Plural:pancreases
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Adjective:pancreatic
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pancreas Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A large, elongated gland located behind the stomach in vertebrates that secretes digestive enzymes into the small intestine and produces vital hormones, including insulin and glucagon, to regulate blood sugar levels.

Example

"The endocrinologist explained how the pancreas releases insulin to help cells absorb glucose from the bloodstream."

• Rhymes for pancreas

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century from Modern Latin pancreas, which derives from Ancient Greek pankreas, literally meaning 'all flesh' (from pan- 'all' + kreas 'flesh'), so named because of the organ's uniform, fleshy texture without bone or cartilage.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pancreas. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pancreas
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